IoT Architect

Job Description: Pay Range: $92.74hr - $97.74hr • The IoT Architect will design and implement scalable IoT architecture supporting embedded device platforms and cloud infrastructure. • This role focuses on expanding a messaging-based IoT ecosystem, developing secure connectivity frameworks, and enabling reliable device-to-cloud communication. • The candidate will work closely with engineering teams to design system architectures, implement connectivity services, and ensure high-quality documentation and knowledge transfer. Requirement/Must Have: • Strong expertise in C++ and Python for system-level software development. • Deep understanding of MQTT messaging architecture and broker configuration. • Knowledge of publish/subscribe and remote procedure call messaging patterns. • Experience designing and implementing cloud-based components using AWS services. • Strong understanding of network security including TLS, mutual TLS, certificate management, and device authorization models. • Ability to produce architecture documentation such as architecture decision records, design specifications, and interface definitions. • Strong communication skills with the ability to lead design discussions and collaborate with cross-functional teams. • Ability to work independently and manage technical challenges with minimal supervision. Experience: • Extensive experience in software engineering. • Significant experience designing and implementing IoT system architectures. • Experience working with cloud-based IoT systems and distributed messaging environments. Responsibilities: • Support the expansion of an MQTT-based IoT architecture across embedded device platforms and cloud infrastructure. • Produce architecture documentation including architecture decision records, interface contracts, design specifications, and system diagrams. • Develop connectivity middleware and communication services using C++ and Python on both device and cloud sides. • Architect and implement cloud-side integrations using AWS microservices including Amazon EC2 and Amazon S3. • Implement security hardening measures including TLS, mutual TLS, certificate-based device authentication, topic-level authorization, and public key infrastructure lifecycle management. • Design systems for reliable cloud connectivity including offline buffering, reconnect strategies, message deduplication, and guaranteed delivery patterns for embedded systems. • Lead and participate in technical design reviews with engineering teams and incorporate feedback into solutions. • Support debugging and root cause analysis of connectivity issues during integration and testing phases. • Create comprehensive documentation and conduct knowledge transfer sessions to support long-term system maintenance. Should Have: • Experience in regulated or safety-critical industries such as medical, aerospace, or industrial environments. • Experience with asynchronous, event-driven, and multi-threaded system design. • Familiarity with software risk analysis processes such as Failure Mode and Effects Analysis. • Experience with cloud monitoring and observability tools such as Amazon CloudWatch. • Experience designing scalable, production-quality distributed systems. Skills: • Strong system architecture and IoT design skills. • Expertise in messaging systems and distributed communication patterns. • Strong debugging and troubleshooting abilities. • Excellent technical documentation and design communication skills. • Strong collaboration and leadership abilities. Qualification And Education: • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical field. • Extensive professional experience in software engineering with a strong focus on IoT architecture and distributed systems. Apply tot his job Apply To this Job